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SP questions BJP’s 'objection' to ‘I Love Muhammad’; saint, cleric say slogans for political gain wrong

IANS | September 26, 2025 8:07 PM

Lucknow, Sep 26 (IANS) Following the police lathi charge on Muslim protesters in Bareilly after Friday prayers amid the ongoing ‘I Love Muhammad’ campaign, the Samajwadi Party on Friday questioned why the BJP finds the slogan problematic. Meanwhile, both a Mahant (Hindu religious leader) and a Maulana said that if such slogans are being raised for political gain, then it is wrong.

Oppn should refrain from appeasement politics: BJP on 'Muhammad' vs 'Mahadev' poster row

IANS | September 26, 2025 7:59 PM

Ahmedabad, Sep 26 (IANS) Amid rising tensions over the ‘I Love Muhammad’ and ‘I Love Mahadev’ poster war, BJP spokesperson Rohan Gupta on Friday criticised the Opposition, calling it a clear example of appeasement politics. He urged the opposition parties to refrain from actions that divide communities for electoral gains.

Women in Varanasi promote 'I Love Mahadev' tattoos amid rising tensions

IANS | September 26, 2025 7:54 PM

Varanasi, Sep 26 (IANS) In response to the recent 'I Love Muhammad' campaign, women in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, have launched a counter movement by promoting 'I Love Mahadev', getting the slogan tattooed on their hands. The initiative, which gained traction on Friday, saw participation from women associated with the local BJP unit.

Everyone is aware of our position on Kashmir: MEA after Turkey's Erdogan raises issue at UN

IANS | September 26, 2025 7:46 PM

New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) India on Friday made its "well-known" stance on Kashmir clear once again under which there is no scope for any third party role or mediation.

Artisans engaged in construction of Jodhpur BAPS temple honoured by Mahant Swami Maharaj

IANS | September 26, 2025 7:03 PM

Jodhpur, Sep 26 (IANS) A day after the conclusion of grand Pran Pratistha (consecration) ceremony of the BAPS Swaminarayan temple in Rajasthan’s Jodhpur, a felicitation ceremony was organised at the temple complex for honouring the contribution of artisans and craftsmen in erecting the mammoth structure.

Domestic demand to drive India’s GDP growth in next half-year of 2025-26

IANS | September 26, 2025 6:37 PM

New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) India’s economic outlook remains broadly optimistic despite a turbulent international environment marked by geopolitical uncertainties and shifting trade dynamics, according to the Finance Ministry’s monthly economic review released on Friday.

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SP questions BJP’s 'objection' to ‘I Love Muhammad’; saint, cleric say slogans for political gain wrong

Oppn should refrain from appeasement politics: BJP on 'Muhammad' vs 'Mahadev' poster row

Women in Varanasi promote 'I Love Mahadev' tattoos amid rising tensions

Everyone is aware of our position on Kashmir: MEA after Turkey's Erdogan raises issue at UN

Artisans engaged in construction of Jodhpur BAPS temple honoured by Mahant Swami Maharaj

Domestic demand to drive India’s GDP growth in next half-year of 2025-26

India stands committed to promote legal pathways of migration: MEA

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